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Subscribe Welcome to issue 30 of TheOverclocker Magazine. This month we look at the happenings of COMPUTEX 2014. We spend time with the amazing GIGABYTE Z97X-SOC Force motherboard. Look at EVGA’s classic GTX 780Ti K|NGP|N Edition graphics card and a host of other hardware and get to hear from the number one Argentinian overclocker, “Nacho Arroyo”. Be sure to check out The OC show episode 4 video as well. This one is a whole 30 min, so grab your favorite drink and tune in.
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TheOverclocker Issue 30
Welcome to issue 30 of TheOverclocker Magazine. This month we look at the happenings of COMPUTEX 2014. We spend time with the amazing GIGABYTE Z97X-SOC Force motherboard. Look at EVGA’s classic GTX 780Ti K|NGP|N Edition graphics card and a host of other hardware and get to hear from the…
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TheOverclocker: Issue 29
In Issue 29 of TheOverclocker magazine, we sit down with famous overclocker, Elmor after what seems to be an eternity since we last caught up with him. TheOC Show is back for the third time and as always has plenty for you to chew on, so make sure to…
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TheOverclocker: Issue 28
In this issue (our first of 2014), we head back to Brazil for an interview with the number one overclocker in the Extreme Overclocker’s League. We take some time to consider our beloved DIY industry again through what is hopefully an objective pair of eyes. The HWBOT/OC-TV talk show…
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TheOverclocker: Issue 27
Here it Is, the last issue of 2013. This time around we bring you the first episode of what is hopefully many more of OC-TV and HWBOT’s OC Show. In addition we get a quick one on one with Hong Kong’s epic overclocker, Mad222 and for our cover feature…
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TheOverclocker: Issue 26
TheOverclocker issue 26 is here, packed with more of the great content you’ve come to expect. Be sure not to miss out on our MSI MOA 2013 grand finals coverage and our time spent with Jonathan Alva, better known as Lucky_n00b. As usual we have plenty of high-end overclocker…
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TheOverclocker: Issue 25
Issue 25 of TheOverclocker has finally arrived and we are once again looking at the latest hardware, features and what’s happening with some of our favorite overclockers in the game. We may be a little late, but we are also a little better. Until Issue 26, enjoy the read…
News from around the overclocking world
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Panram Announces the Jewel Series USB 3.0 Flash Drives in Australia and New Zealand
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NVIDIA Launches World’s Most Advanced Tablet Built for Gamers
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ROCCAT debuts two products at gamescom
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CYBERPOWERPC Debuts Thin and Light Zeusbook Edge X6
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Club 3D launches Worlds First USB 3.0 to 4K Graphics Adapter
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VERTO headset – Stay sharp through fierce competition!
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MSI introduces new ECO Series Motherboards Doing more with less
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THE KONE GOES OPTICAL WITH A SPECIAL RELEASE
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NZXT Releases the 120mm Variable Speed Liquid Cooling Kit – Kraken X31
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Tt eSPORTS METALCAPS – Harden your keyboard for battle!
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EVGA Passes the 2GHz Barrier!
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ECS Introduces LIVA – World’s Smallest Windows-Based Mini PC Kit
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ADATA Launches the Premier SP610 2.5” Solid State Drive
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MSI GT 730 models now available
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Introducing the EVGA SuperNOVA 1200 P2 Power Supply Backed by EVGA’s outstanding 10 Year Warranty
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MSI reveals AM3+ 970 GAMING motherboard
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Introducing the EVGA GeForce GT 730
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G.SKILL Broke 6 Overclocking World Records During Computex 2014 Week
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New 3DMark Sky Diver benchmark available
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Owning the Couch: ROCCAT Adds a Vital Tool to the Gamer’s Arsenal
Thursday, 24 July 2014 11:30
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Panram, a flash memory and DRAM manufacturer, announces the Jewel Series USB 3.0 Flash drives. Panram’s latest flash drive series blends a fashionable, yet durable exterior with a compact size and high transfer speeds.
Ultra Compact
At a nimble 20×12.2×6.5mm and weighing in at 1.5g, the ultra-compact Jewel Series USB 3.0 Flash Drives are easily carried in even the smallest of bags, binders, or pockets.
Fashionable Yet Durable
The Panram Jewel Series is crafted from a refined zinc alloy housing and topped with a diamond cut jewel top. The strong and resilient body of the Jewel Series provided by the zinc alloy build is complemented by the brilliant colors (Ruby and Sapphire).
Wednesday, 23 July 2014 18:23
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SHIELD Family Expands as World’s Most Advanced Mobile Processor, 192-Core Tegra K1, Serves Up Unmatched Tablet Experience, Amazing Gaming
NVIDIA today launched the newest members of the NVIDIA® SHIELD™ family: the SHIELD tablet and the SHIELD wireless controller. Designed and built by NVIDIA, the SHIELD tablet is first and foremost a high-performance tablet that is packed with exceptional features. Powered by the world’s most advanced mobile processor – the NVIDIA Tegra® K1, with 192 GPU cores – SHIELD tablet is supplemented by regular, over-the-air software upgrades that bring new capabilities and levels of performance.
The SHIELD tablet is unique in that it was built specifically for gamers. It features a bright, 8-inch, full HD display, booming front-facing speakers with rich sound, and an optional cover that both protects the screen and can be used as a kick-stand to prop up the device at the best viewing angle.
Tuesday, 22 July 2014 04:52
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ROCC-City booth features hands-on products, new games and tons of raffles
Hamburg, July 21, 2014 – Gamescom, one of the most highly anticipated gaming trade fairs in the world, and the largest held in Europe, once again hosts ROCCAT Studios August 13 – 17. This year, ROCCAT goes all out, bringing an entire gaming city to Hall 8, Booth A10 in what we’re proudly calling, ROCC-City, where one of the most exciting announcements in ROCCAT’s history will be shared with the public.
World’s first – new mouse and keyboard at gamescom
The biggest news coming out of ROCCAT during Gamescom is the reveal of two revolutionary products set to pave the way into the next phase of ROCCAT creations, with a philosophy like no other gaming peripheral company today; one, a completely new take on the gaming mouse, and a keyboard with full smartphone integration. “We call our upcoming products “Future Ready”, and that is exactly what they are,” explains René Korte.
Wednesday, 16 July 2014 06:01
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Full-Powered Intel Core i7 Notebook is Sleek and Ready to Dominate Your Gaming Foes
CyberPower Inc. www.cyberpowerpc.com, a global manufacturer of custom gaming PCs, gaming laptops, and performance workstations, today unleashed its Zeusbook Edge X6 – a sleek and powerful gaming notebook that features next-generation NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M series graphics cards and 4th Generation Intel Core i7 mobile processors.
The Zeusbook Edge X6 is CYBERPOWERPC’s thinnest and lightest gaming notebook to date, measuring just 0.82 inches and weighing a mere 4.75 pounds. Packed into this sleek and lightweight chassis is enough power, graphics performance and cooling efficiency to decimate, dominate, and annihilate any foe.
Wednesday, 16 July 2014 05:55
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July 15th 2014- Club 3D officially launches the next generation of USB 3.0 Graphics adapters capable of outputting high resolutions to DVI-I (2048x 1152p), DisplayPort (2560x 1600p) and the world’s first USB 3.0 to DisplayPort Graphics (CSV-2302) adapter which supports 4K or Ultra High Definition resolution at 3840x 2160p.
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port of a desktop computer or notebook is multifunctional and can be used to connect a large variety of (storage) devices, keyboards, mice and and other peripherals like monitors. Back in 2011, Club 3D introduced its first SenseVision USB Graphics adapters.
These small external graphics adapters can be used to connect a DVI or HDMI monitor to the USB 2.0 output of a Desktop Computer or Notebook and create a multi screen setup.
Monday, 14 July 2014 08:30
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TteSPORTS, the leading expert in professional e-Sports gaming peripherals is releasing the new VERTO, a headset offering strong styling paired with comfort. The head band design is auto adjusting to get the right sizing for anyone who wears it, and protein leather ear pads maintain comfort even over long hours of use. The bold geometric design is strong enough for gaming yet sophisticated enough for in-office use.
Friday, 11 July 2014 10:10
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Groundbreaking power saving without compromising on performance
MSI, world leader in motherboard technology, is proud to announce its groundbreaking new Intel based ECO Series motherboards. MSI ECO Series motherboards are the pinnacle of technical ingenuity through revolutionary PCB and software design, resulting in less use of power than a light bulb! Introducing 3 new models with the MSI H97M ECO, B85M ECO and H81M ECO motherboard. The new MSI ECO Series motherboards offer an unmatched efficiency with power saving up top 40% while delivering 100% performance and 100% compatibility with all 4th generation Intel CPUs and high speed DDR3 memory. With reliable and fast Gigabit LAN from Intel®, SATA 6Gb/s and USB 3.0 providing fast storage options and much more, the MSI ECO Series motherboards offer a wide selection of features. Guard-Pro and Military Class 4 provide all the stability you need through carefully selected and thoroughly tested components and materials. MSI’s new ECO Series motherboards for Intel 4th Generation core processors delivers an unprecedented efficient, top performing, feature packed experience no matter which model you choose. MSI ECO Series is the perfect solution for data centers and system integrators.
Go to www.msi.com for more information about all MSI ECO Series motherboards
Thursday, 10 July 2014 06:58
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July 9, 2014 – ROCCAT Studios once again takes premium quality peripherals to greater heights, with a take on their wildly popular Kone series for optical sensor aficionados. ROCCAT introduces the limited run Kone XTD Optical, a gaming mouse equipped with all of the exceptional qualities of the Kone XTD, with an ultra-precise, true 6,400 DPI Pro-Optic (R5) optical sensor. In addition, this rendition in the Kone family features ROCCAT’s Adjustable Distance Control Unit (ADCU), for manually configurable lift control. The Kone XTD Optical is a finely crafted response to gamers with a preference for optical mice, and it is an instant classic.
Thursday, 10 July 2014 06:51
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NZXT today takes the Kraken liquid coolers line to new depths with the Kraken X31 by re-imagining the 140mm platform in a smaller, more affordable 120mm package without sacrificing the performance the Kraken has come to be known for.
Releasing the 120mm Kraken
By utilizing a 120mm radiator, NZXT has increased the Kraken radiator line’s compatibility to include cases that don’t support our 140mm standard. The X31 radiator is also optimized to run on a single fan without losing static pressure, airflow, or performance. Extended tubing make installing the Kraken X31 a breeze, while our industry leading six year all-inclusive warranty keeps your rig performing reliably at top performance.
Variable Speed Pump
The Kraken X31 includes the same state-of-the-art integrated variable speed pump that keeps noise to a minimum during use without sacrificing top end pump power as in the X41 and X61. A single 120mm pressure-optimized PWM fan connects directly with the pump to give complete software control over your Kraken cooler.
Monday, 07 July 2014 09:22
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TurboDuo RADEON R9 270
INTRODUCTION
It’s been a while since we looked at low to mid-range graphics card here at TheOverclocker. As we are primarily concerned with only the highest end SKUs and the most ridiculous gaming and overclocking gear. However, most people can’t afford to spend $600 USD on a graphics card or set aside $300 for an LN2 pot or any other hardware that we take for granted. For the most part, $200 is what average gamers are willing to spend on a graphics card upgrade. After all, spend is largely dedicated to games and subscriptions for MMOs and triple A titles. This sub $200 market isn’t small by any measure and very highly contested between AMD and NVIDIA. Subsequently each vendor’s partners are out to prove that they have earned your $200 more than their competitors. To that end, we are looking at the PowerColor TurboDuo, Radeon R9 270 OC graphics card today. At $180 USD it is priced in line with the other R9 270 graphics cards out on the market. Of course you could always purchase a cheaper version like the XFX Double D R9-2780A but that one is slower as it has a lower core and boost clock. This goes for the Sapphire Dual-X model as well.